Need a reliable off-grid solar power kit to run an IP camera (and optional LTE router) where there’s no mains power? The Foscam Off-Grid Solar Security Hub is built for remote CCTV deployments and provides stable power plus simple connectivity handoff options.

This pole-mounted solar kit delivers a regulated 12V output for sensitive equipment, as well as a 24V passive PoE outlet for compatible devices. It’s designed to handle real-world field conditions in South Africa and helps protect your equipment from voltage variances.

With an onboard LiFePO4 lithium battery charged by an 80W solar panel, the system is designed to run continuously without needing generator power or mains recharging (site conditions permitting). It operates silently, with no fuel storage required — ideal for residential areas and long-term remote deployments.

Tested runtime: 1 camera + either LTE router or CPE bridge: > 24 hours (dark run).

SPECIFICATIONS – Solar Mount

• Pole mount: Aluminium alloy brackets with stainless steel hardware
• Setting angle: 45°
• Mounting pole: Supplied by installer/customer (recommended minimum: 75mm x 3mm steel for 3m above ground)
• Wind load: 80 km/h
• Hail loading: 1.1 kN/m²
• Assembled weight (incl. 1 x 80W panel): 7 kg
• Note: Edges may be sharp

NOTE: POLE is not included. Dimensions are guidelines only. It is the client’s responsibility to ensure correct pole specification and erection procedure.

Solar panel mount set includes: 1 upper bracket, 1 lower bracket, 2 x U-bolts (straps), 2 x M6 hex-head bolts, 4 x washers, 2 x M6 nyloc nuts, 2 x M6 hex-head bolts (panel), 4 x flat washers (panel), 2 x nyloc nuts (panel).

The cabinet features two LED indicators on the underside for quick status checks: green indicates PV generation (solar charging active) and orange indicates the system is powered and the battery is operational.

Installation
For best performance, choose a site with unshaded sun exposure throughout daylight hours.

SPECIFICATIONS – Control and Battery Cabinet

• Battery pack: 12V 25Ah LiFePO4 (standard; can be built to requirement)
• Solar panel: 80W monocrystalline
• Solar charge controller: 10A (LiFePO4 / BMS-compatible)
• Camera voltage protector: 2A
• Outputs: Regulated outputs for camera + comms device; unregulated output for LTE router
• PoE: 24V passive PoE output for LTE router or CPE bridge
• Cabinet: Polyester / polycarbonate
• Pole mount bracket: U-clamp / strap (top and bottom)
• Power connectors for: Camera; router; solar panels
• Total weight (control + battery cabinet): 8 kg

Connectivity

A 4G GSM LTE modem or point-to-point bridge can be powered via the 12V output or the 24V passive PoE handoff (not supplied, but can be ordered).

We can custom-build this off-grid solar power kit to suit your device and project requirements. Email us or call +27 11 465 9173 for a quote.